Know Before You Go
Get the Most Out of the Annual Meeting - Here's Everything You Need to Know Before You Go!
The 66th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition is almost here, and we can't wait to welcome you to San Diego, and virtually! Here is all the information you need as you prepare for the world's premier hematology event.
Watch the video below to kickstart your #ASH24!
Skip the Lines – Pick Up Your Registration Badge Early!
Pick up your registration badge early at multiple locations, including the San Diego International Airport, two hotel lobbies, and the convention center. Beat the Saturday rush!
Airport Registration Locations and Hours
| San Diego International Airport (December 5-6) |
Domestic Terminals: International Terminal: |
Hotel Registration Locations and Hours
| Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina and Manchester Grand Hyatt (December 6-7) | Hotel lobbies: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pacific time
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Main Convention Center Registration Location and Hours
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San Diego Convention Center (December 5-10)* |
Thursday, December 5: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Pacific time Friday, December 6: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific time Saturday, December 7: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific time Sunday, December 8: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pacific time Monday, December 9: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pacific time Tuesday, December 10: 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Pacific time |
*If you plan to pick up your badge at the San Diego Convention Center, you should plan for extra time due to lines, particularly on Saturday morning.
Make the Most out of Your Annual Meeting Experience
Use the following resources to plan your schedule, stay informed, and make the most of your attendance at the ASH annual meeting.
Download the Mobile App
The ASH annual meeting app allows you to plan your schedule in advance, while providing access to the complete ASH annual meeting program, full text of all abstracts, maps of the convention center, and other important meeting information. Download the app by clicking here or search “2024 ASH Annual Meeting” in the App Store or Google Play Store. You will be required to enter your annual meeting registration ID (listed on your registration confirmation email) for a one-time login. We encourage you to download the app before traveling to San Diego to make the most of the meeting.
Take Advantage of the Meeting Virtual Platform from Anywhere (Starting December 4)
The annual meeting virtual platform will open on Wednesday, December 4, at 6:00 a.m. Pacific time and is available to all attendees. Be sure to bookmark annualmeeting.hematology.org to access the platform.
Log in during Preview Days to get acquainted with the platform and build your schedule. A real-time closed captioning feature that can be activated or deactivated at your convenience will be available on the virtual platform. Please note, you will need the ASH username and password you used to register for the meeting to log into the platform. If you have forgotten your password, visit https://sso.hematology.org and click "Forgot password?" You can also contact ASH Customer Service at [email protected], or by phone at 866-828-1231 (U.S. toll free) or 001-202-776-0544 (international callers).
Access the Annual Meeting Program
Access a full list of annual meeting sessions and events via the mobile app and the ASH website. Don’t forget about bonus content before and after the meeting, including ASH-a-Palooza, Friday Satellite Symposia, Scientific Workshops, and ASH Poster Walks.
- Don’t miss exclusive events for on-site participants, including “How I Treat” and “Meet the Scientist” Sessions. These sessions are designed for a small audience for maximum engagement between key opinion leaders and participants. To attend, you must purchase a ticket at registration after picking up your badge. A portion of the available tickets are held aside for trainees at a discounted price. Tickets will also be sold at the door, but seating is limited so advance purchase at the registration desk is strongly encouraged.
- Don’t forget, a complimentary light lunch will be offered in the exhibit hall on Sunday and Monday!
- It’s not too late! Register for the the 11th annual ASH Foundation Run/Walk, taking place before sessions start on Sunday, December 10.
Find Meeting Resources
Whether or not this is your first annual meeting, ASH provides a variety of on-site resources to help you interact and collaborate with your fellow attendees, including:
- Collaboration Rooms
- Free pedicabs available during annual meeting hours
- ASH Booth (#1215)
- ASH Store
- Trainee Lounge
- Hematology MeetUps
- Child care and rooms for nursing mothers
- Power Nap @ ASH
- Health Equity Studio
- Blood Journals studio
- And much more!
Learn more about Meeting Resources and On-Site Amenities at the 2024 meeting. If you are a trainee, find a curated list of Trainee Activities and Services.
The digital and print book version of Hematology ASH Education Program 2024 provides review articles from the Education Program at the 2024 ASH Annual Meeting via digital and a print copy. Find it at the ASH Store or online!
Read ASH News Daily and Watch ASH News TV
Read ASH News Daily (the meeting’s official on-site newspaper) and watch ASH News TV (video newscast) daily for coverage of a variety of events and sessions at this year’s meeting.
Stay Current on Industry Trends and See What the 2024 Exhibitors and Industry Have to Offer
If you’re attending in-person in San Diego, exhibits and presentations are located in Halls B2-F at the San Diego Convention Center. Virtual exhibits will be available for the duration of the virtual meeting.
Take the Next Step on Your Career Path - ASH Job Center and Advertising Opportunities
Whether you are looking for a job or hiring for an open position, the ASH Job Center is the place to go. Advertise your open position or meet potential employers at the ASH annual meeting by using the filtered listing of open jobs titled “Employers at #ASH24.”
Join the Conversation During #ASH24
Whether you're joining us in San Diego, or using the meeting’s virtual platform, participating in the scientific conversation on social media is an essential part of the #ASH24 experience. Find useful tips and tricks in the ASH News Daily social media guide to #ASH24!
Follow ASH on X (formerly Twitter), Bluesky, Facebook, and Instagram for meeting updates and fun photos! Use one or more of the meeting-specific hashtags #ASH24, #ASHRunWalk, #ASHaiku, and #ASHKudos to be featured on our social media walls throughout the convention center and on the virtual platform, as well as the opportunity to make it onto our leaderboard where the top 10 posters will be recognized!
Additional Information
Check out the ASH News Daily preview issue of the 2024 ASH Annual Meeting.
Consult the NEW ASH Food Guide - In-person attendees can find goodies, coffee cafes, and more with the new ASH Food Guide, featuring locations where meals and snacks are served or exhibitors offer free treats and drinks to sustain you during the meeting. A complimentary light lunch will also be offered in the Exhibit Hall on both Sunday and Monday! The ASH Food Guide will be included in the printed ASH Campus Map booklet, the Mobile App, and in on-site kiosks.
Don't Forget to Claim CME and ABIM-MOC Credit for Attending the Annual Meeting!
The American Society of Hematology (ASH) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
ASH designates this Other (blended live and on-demand) educational activity for a maximum of 95 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Learn more about how to claim credit for attending the annual meeting.
Questions?
Contact ASH Customer Service at [email protected], 866-828-1231 (U.S. Only), or 202-776-0544.